Probe continues into cause of fire that destroyed home

August 26, 2008

The cause of a fire that destroyed an Aberdeen home last week has not yet been determined. Fire Marshal Mike Thompson said he still has a few interviews to conduct before narrowing down the cause. The home, at 1837 Eisenhower Circle, owned by Sandy and Darla Nelson, was a complete loss. Neighbors reported the fire at about 12:30 p.m. Wednesday after seeing the smoke. The house and garage, a few trees next to the house and a boat beside the house were damaged. Nobody was seriously injured, although a neighbor was sent to the hospital for smoke inhalation. An account for donations for the family has been set up at Aberdeen Federal Credit Union, P.O. Box 1495. Gift cards and donations can also be dropped off at Clark Title Company, 104 S. Lincoln St., Suite 108. All checks should be made to The Nelson Benefit Fund. Reporter Emily Arthur-Richardt; (605) 622-2314, 1-800-925-4100 ext. 314; earthur@aberdeennews.com